Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 82.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 80.3%
- Retention Rate
- 91.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $83,847
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $15,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 9:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 74.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $159/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astronomy and Astrophysics. | Bachelor | $43,798 |
Outcomes Overview
Cooper Union graduates enter the workforce with minimal debt burdens. The median debt of $15,000 creates monthly payments of just $159, representing only 3.2% of typical first-year earnings of $30,990. By year ten, median earnings reach $83,847, making the debt-to-earnings ratio strongly favorable at just 18%. The school's focus on art, architecture, and engineering feeds graduates into high-demand creative and technical fields. An 87.6% employment rate reflects strong industry connections in New York's design and tech sectors. With 74.56% of borrowers successfully repaying loans and earnings that more than double within five years, Cooper Union delivers a strong return on investment despite its specialized focus.